Dear Mr.Kojian,
Your list is great.We are proud of this list. Some more names:
American famous writer Kurt Vonegut (Armo Karabegian) -the spelling of
the name not 100% sure
[Note from Raffi Kojian - I have verified that Vonnegut is NOT Armenian, unfortunately]
France-Michel Legrand- world known composer and orcestra director
Anri Vernjoj(Ashot Malakian)-film director-"Mairig"
Astor(Antranik Arabadjian)-Oskar winner for magic art-magishian from
Bulgaria.
My name is Dikran Dikranian from Bulgaria:Emai dikran@acvilon.bg
Best Regards
thank you for your great job
Dik
DIK [dikran@acvilon.bg]
Great Web page.
how about a little more info on Steve Bedrosian.
He won the Cy Young Award and was on a World Series Champion.
Thanks,
Matt Tatian
Stoneham, MA
Dan Savlon [djsavlon@bigfoot.com]
Antranik Eskinderian - Former Starting Defenseman for the New York Cosmos professional soccer club. Teamates included: Canalia, Beckenbauer, and Pele. Used to play for the Iranian national team.
Raffi Jamgotchian [Raffi.Jamgotchian@lgtna.com]
Hello there. My name is Josh Hayes and I am from San Diego California. I have an addition for your "Famous Armenians" page. I am creating a website for my favorite band, System of a Down, who happen to be Armenian in origin. They were voted one of the biggest upcoming bands for 1998, and are soon to be going on tour. Serj Tankian is the name of the lead singer of the group. His email is sysdown@planetworks.com. I would also like to request the use of some of the information and links from your page as I hope to include an html file about Armenia on my webpage. I will gladly give you credit and link your page. Please consider my request, and thank you very much for your time. My url is:
Please take the time to visit my page for the best band here in the states. Thank you.
Joshua Hayes
htjhayes@mysurf.com
What about Adrean Barbeau? Isn't she Armenian? She was on the TV show "Maude" and played Maudes daughter as well in being in movies like Stephen King's "CreepShow". Haven't found a source but I remember an interview along time ago about her saying she was part Armenian.
Tom Dagirmanjian [Tom_Dagirmanjian@radix.net]
I was intrested in where you got the information about these famous Armenian people. There is another famous Armenian on "Party of Five" He used to be a regualar on the show the first season, but he occationally appears as a guest on the show,like he did in the last episode. His name is Michael Goorjian, ans his character name is "Justin". but i'm only assuming that he is Armenian because his last name and he looks soo Armenian so therefore to me he must be an Armenian. If you want to add this to the list, go ahead.
Also the group "In to Deep",or"N 2 Deep" Are Armenians. They rap the classic song "Back to the Hotel" The lead rapper in Lebaniz Hye. Annette!!
Vahik Ovanessian [vahik@pacificnet.net]
Hello Raffi,
Here are more armenian names for your list:
Art:
Ruben Mamulyan - American producer
Nina Agadzhanova - author/writer - world famous russian movie "Bronenosets Potyomkin"
Eugeny Vakhtangov - director of russian theater in Moscow
Ruben and Eugeny Simonov - director and producer of theater named after Vakhtangov
Melik-Pashaev - director of simfonic orkestra of Bolshoy Theater in Moscow
Leoind Engibarov - klown, equelibrist
Arutyun Akopian - magic manipulator, First Place in Monte Carlo Festival
Michel Legran - French komposer (Sherburgs umbrellas - movie)
Rosie Armen - French singer
Sylvia Vartan - french singer
Sergey Dovlatov - Writer (in Russia and after in USA)
Petros Kirkorov - Bulgarian singer
Science:
Iosif Orbeli - academic, doctor, director of Sankt Peterburg Museum Ermitazh
Abgar Orbeli - foundator of hidroarkheologian Institute in Russia
Levon Orbeli - doctor, professor of phisioterapy, student of academic Pavlov
Military:
Murat - marshall of Napoleon's Army (first assistant)
Ivan Isakov - admiral, World War II
Ivan Lazarev - admiral, foundator of russian city Novoroysisk
Ivan Bagramyan - marshal of Soviet Union, World War II
Ivan Khudiakov(Khanferiants) - marshal of aviation, World War II
Amazasp Babadzhanyan - marshal, World War II
Sport (Olympic Champions):
Yurik Vardanyan - weight
Nikita Simonyan - soccer
Igor Ter-Ovanessian- athletic
Suren Nalbandyan - wrestling
Sergey Pogosov - fencing
David Ambartsumyan - diving
Azaryan - gymnastics(Famous crest named of Azaryan)
Vladimir Engibaryan - Boxing
Vladimir Akopyan - olympic champion between juniors
Rafael Vaganyan - chess grossmeyster
If you have some specific questions about someone from this list , please let me know.
Thank You.
Boris Akopov and Zhanna Akopova.
Zhanna Akopova [zhanna@phnx.uswest.net]
How about Peter Balakian (no relation) or his Aunt Anna Balikian?
Peter a professor at Colgate and a poet.
scott
--
Due to litigation from Starbucks' lawyers, please do not use the
term "Christmas Blend" in refering to Scott Balikian.
Scott Balikian [scottb@amazon.com]
What about all the opera singers????
Lili Chookasian, Ara Berberian, Lucine Amara, Vahan Khanzadian?
Thank you!
Anahid Papakhian
robert archigian
Tuesday, February 17, 1998 1:18 PM
Armenian Hall of Fame
Hello, Raffi. Michael Goorjian of ("Party of Five", "Life Goes On", etc.) was honored at the 1994 Emmy awards for his supporting role in the made for television movie "David's Mother". He played opposite Kirstie Alley as her developmentally disabled son. I believe he was twenty one years old when he won. Further information, including an address to reach him care of his theatre company, is available at the following site: www.geocities.com/Broadway/Alley/2740/
With gratitude,
Lisa Archigian (larchigi@risd.edu)
Great page!
Here's another name for your list of famous Armenians:
Avadis "Avie" Tevanian, Jr., Ph.D
Senior Vice President of Software Engineering
Apple Computer, Inc.
Avie is considered one of the best software engineers in the business, and is best known for his work developing the NeXT OpenStep computer operating system. When Apple bought NeXT a year ago, Avie was put in charge of all Apple's Software.
You can check his bio out at:
http://product.info.apple.com/pr/bios/tevanian.html
Later,
--Gregory D. Sawyer
French actress star of A Man and a Woman
Armen Asatryan ararat@geocities.com
Thursday, February 26, 1998 7:18 AM
another famous Armenian
You may have seen lots of GNC (general nutrition centers) ads. did you know that the founder was Armenian? David Shakarian. You can read about him on their web sirte at www.gnc.com
Armen
*Added to Honorable Mentions*
Pepe Cordoba
Wednesday, February 25, 1998 5:47 PM
FAMOUS ARMENIAN
IN LOS ANGELES CA,USA. THE NUMBER ONE SHOWMAN IN "ARGENTINA SHOW" 1090 RADIO XPRESS IS PEPE CORDOBA (REAL NAME IS JOSEPH TOROSSIAN)ONE OF THE TOP AUTORITY IN ARGENTINIAN TANGO IN USA. ANTRANIK BAGDASSARIAN
Aram Bedros Zamgochian
Friday, February 27, 1998 3:11 PM
Hall of Fame Entry
Dear Friend,
After viewing your hall of fame page, I thought that I should draw your attention to another Armenian professor who deserves some attention. Noryar Krikor Khatcheressian is the Associate Dean of the Columbian School at The George Washington Universtiy, and is also a full professor of in the Physics Department. Just thought I w pass the name along.
Regards,
Aram Zamgochian
Cavouk
Friday, March 13, 1998 12:30 PM
Armenian Hall of Fame
Dear Mr. Kojian:
While browsing today I stumbled upon your site and noticed that a famous children's entertainer, Raffi, comprised your list of Armenian notables. I was dismayed to find that he is the only Cavoukian you find worthy of mentioning. I agree that Raffi's notoriety around the world and his efforts in environmental conservation make him worthy of inclusion, however, you must know that his father, Artin, and his brother, Onnig, preceded him long before he gained such acclaim.
A world renowned photographer, Artin Cavoukian was an accomplished artist who had great knowledge and mastery of colour. Knowing that a person could not subsist on a career in painting, he turned to photography. His father, Ohaness, a master painter and photographer, himself, was his source of education. In relatively short time, he established himself as a skilled black and white photographer. His love of colour sent him on a quest to learn all he could about colour photography techniques, the result of which was the first colour portrait studio in all the world. Cavouk Portraits of Canada is well known around the world and Studio Cavouk of Egypt still remains in the memories of Mid-easterners. Onnig Cavoukian pioneered the technique of transferring colour images onto canvas. Together, the two have photographed countless numbers of royalty, heads of state, clergy, and famous musicians and artists such as
Queen Elizabeth and Prince Phillip of England Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother of England The Shah and Empress Farah of Iran Princess Alexandra and Mr. Ogilvy of England Earl and Lady Mountbatten of Burma Prime Minister Pierre E. Trudeau Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson Prime Minister John Diefenbacker President Charles De Gaulle of France Vice President Hubert Humphrey Lee Iococca Leoned Breznev of USSR Alexei Kosygin of USSR Anastas Mikoyan Mareshal Pakramian Pope Paul I Cardinal Agagenian Catholicos Vasken I Catholicos Karekin I Catholicos Aram Aram Khatchadourian Yehudi Menuhin Anne Murray Oscar Peterson Lily Choukazian Charles Aznavour Joni Mitchell Youssef Karsh
This is but a minute portion of Cavouk's client list as I would be typing, and you would be reading this, well into the next century. I must also mention that the list of medals presented to them by Popes and Catholicos' is very impressive. They have done much for Armenians and people of other origins. In addition you can read about Mr. Cavoukian on page 698 of the second volume of the Soviet Armenian Encyclopedia which is published in Armenia.
Although, Artin Cavoukian is now deceased, Onnig Cavoukian continues to keep the Cavouk name in the forefront by way of his unique style and own skill and excellence as a photographer. I am sorry to see that your Hall of Fame is not up to date. If you require more evidence of their merit, you can contact Cavouk Portraits, at 416 787-9585, fax # 787-9767.
Sincerely,
Teny Weir
KDikranian
Thursday, March 19, 1998 7:03 PM
Genera Antranik Ozanian
Dear Friend,
Dear Rafi, A month ago I sent you an e-mail with a suggestion. In fact the Hall of Fame of all armenians can begin with his name, one of the greatest armenian heroes for all times - Antranik Ozanian, the famous General Antranik or Antranik Pasha as all armenians know him. If you are interested you may receive much information about him from local sources or his biographers in USA ore elsewhere. So I think that his name will decorate your list and serve as an everlasting memory of the armenian freedom fighter (who spent several years in USA, he also died here and was buriied in Paris, France). Sincerely yours,
Krikor Dikranian MD, PhD
Washington University Medical School
St. Louis, MO
KDikranian@aol.com
arvest@cherry.com.au
Tuesday, April 07, 1998 5:01 PM
Dear Raffi
I would like to confirm one of your other e-mails about Andranik Iskenderian (right spelling) a magnificent fullback of Iranian National team which visited the 1978 World Cup in Argentina and a veteran of Cosmos at USA. Played alongside legends such as Pele, Beckenbauer, etc. I know for a fact he is Armenian since he was my neighbour in Tehran and has played football with me and other kids in my street several times. He was a sweetheart of a man and always had time for us kids who used to look up to him as an Armenian hero who made the national team against all odds.
Another one which I sent to you last year but did not get used is Brian Goorjian who is the coach of South East Melbourne Magic in Australia's National Basketball League and has won three Championships. I know he is Armenian because I intrerviewd him in 1995 for AIM magazines faces column which got published.
Here's a couple of others you can check on:
Gene Simmons - Kiss guitarist
Taylor Dane - singer
Robert Gueddiguian - director (AIM - March 1998)
Elvis Presley - just kidding!
md
Monday, April 20, 1998 2:39 AM
Additional Famous Armenians
Dear Director:
First I congratulate your extraordinary achievement that can only be
made by heart and love.
Thank you from all of us,who are everywhere in the world.
In my opinion you can include:
Silvia Vartan :famous french singer and show-lady and was wife of Johnny
Holliday
Mimar Sinan :World famous genius of architectary,Ottoman Armenian from
Gesaria
Sinan I/b/a/g/u/n/e/r:poet from Istanbul please visit
http://expage.com/page/sinanibaguner for my poetry
Parseh Tuglaciyan:Professor,linguist,history investigator from Istanbul
Agop Dilacar:The linguist that contributed too much to modern Turkish
language
From time to time I will suggest more famous Armenians since I am also
very interested.
Best Regards
Dr.Sinan Ibaguner
sibaguner@yahoo.com
Monday, April 20, 1998 2:45 AM
Please also note Kirliyan who is world famous with his name of
technique.
Kirliyan's photographic method.
Friday, April 24, 1998 10:29 PM
1- Prof.Dr.Micheal Debakey founder of bypass surgery from Texas.
2-Kebabian founder of Dopamine receptors in physiology.
Sacco DERMOUSSISSIAN
Monday, April 27, 1998 9:34 AM
re: famous Armenians...
Dear Raffi,
Good job for your web site....I think you missed alot of other famous Armenians like Herbert Von Karayan (composer), General Von Guderian (Hitlers General) and I think that Isabelle Adjani is Armenian too, but I'm not sure, I saw it somewhere, I will e-mail you the site address...
Regards
Sacco DERMOUSSISSIAN
Henrick Issakhanian
Saturday, May 30, 1998 2:51 AM
Armenian hall of fame
Dear Sir!
Here is the name of a young Armenian/persian guitarist who is well known in US and internationaly this young guitar player name is ARMIK DASHCHI,some of his records are RAIN DANCER,GYPSY FLAME,MALAGA,to name few,he also has an E-mail address,ARMIKFANS@AOL.COM,I would like to thank you for outstanding job you are doing for Armenians here and around the world.
sincerely Henrick Issakhanian
Barret Kupelian
Monday, June 08, 1998 3:06 AM
Famous armenians
I didn't see the name of Gregory Peck.. you know the artist. He is too an Armenian. His real name is Gregory Pekian but he changed it. I am afraid i dont't have any additional info, about him.
Regards form Cyprus
[NOTE#2]
Dear rafi,
Gregory Ipekian otherwise known as Gregory Peck is one of the
greatest actors. He is now very old but he is still quite popular.
Barret
RSevagS@aol.com
Wednesday, June 10, 1998 4:54 PM
2 more hall of famers
Dear Raffi,
I love your web page. I have a couple more suggestions for you. Stephen
Bedrosian is 1/2 armenian for sure. He is definitely qualified enough to be a
Armenian Hall of Famer. I know he is half armenian because it is in the book
"Armenian-American/Canadian Who's Who of Outstanding Athletes, Coaches, and
Sports Personalities." The book is written by Richard N. Demirdjian.
Bedrosian won the American League Cy Young Award in 1987 when he posted a
major league record, most saves-13 consecutive appearances. His grandparents
are from Kharpert, Turkey.
Another suggestion is also Harut Karapetyan of the LA Galaxy.
Richard Shahoian
Sjnaito@aol.com
Wednesday, June 10, 1998 10:58 PM
famous armenian student
Vahan Grigorian
Obtained PHD in industrial organizations psychology at
University California Riverside, nominated various times for the Nobel Prize
for research work in I/O psychology.
Saturday, June 27, 1998 4:10 PM
famous armenians
Dear Raffi !
What a fantastic site you have created. Here comes a couple of other famous armenians,18 th century; Boghos Nubar Pacha ( Egypt ) , Dadian family ( Turkey ) Dusian family ( Turkey ) , Balyan family ( Turkey ). The family d´Ohsson ( three generations of dragomans , interpreters, that worked at the Swedish Embassy during 17 th and 18 th century. The most famous of the three , Ignatius Mouradgea d´Ohsson ( Toussunian ) . He publiced a work of three volumes ( first volume printed 1795 , 1797 and 1821 ). The name of that out - standing work was `` Tableau Général de l´Empire Ottoman ´´ . These books are considered to be most prominent work about Turkey in 17 th century. For collectors of old books they are highly sought for. In 1780 Ignatius Mouradgea d´Ohsson was knighted Baron by the Swedish King Gustav the III for his services to he Swedish Crown. His son Abraham Konstantin d´Ohsson was educated in Sweden and worked as a Swedish diplomat at beginning of 18. th century. He was involved in the negociations that led to Swedish participation at the battle of Leipzig 1813. That was the last time Swedish troops was engaged in warfare at the european continent.
Keep up your good work.
I will get back to you
Yours Sincerely
Aram Hellstadius - Kurkdjian
Ps : In Sweden we are all together 5000 armenians.
LuluKabob3@aol.com
Sunday, June 28, 1998 6:51 PM
famous armenians
Hi, my name is Ana Sirabionian. I believe you recieved an email some time ago about a band called System of a Down from a young man by the name of Josh Hayes. .... The members are Serj Tankian (lead singer), Daron Malakian(guitarist), John Dolmayan(bassist) and Shavarsh Odadjian(bassis). With all due respect, ... They are incredibly talented young Armenian men (3 out of which have attended my school ). ...
System of a Down is a band that will soon explode worldwide. They are on tour right now and I just purchased their album today.They are very intelligent people with very strong and meaningful lyrics. With their song "P.L.U.C.K." they have been able to inform non-Armenian about the Armenian Genocide and the pain of our people. Along with their fame, I am convinced, will come the fame of the Armenian culture.....
Thank you, Ana Sirabionian ....
Fire Seaker
Sunday, April 12, 1998 9:57 AM
Hall of Fame
Dear Sirs,
I am writing this to you because of my girlfriend. Her grandfather
survived the Armenian Genocide and as a result I sometimes go through
locations on the internet to learn more about the Genocide. As I was
looking through your hall of fame, I noted someone I think should be
added. You may look into The Chapman crane company out of
Hollywood Calif was started by Mr. Chapman who survived the Armenian
Genocide. His wife still lives in Sherman Oaks. It was because of the
Chapman Crane that movies can be safely made.
I may add that it is sometimes very difficult for me to look upon the
things that were done to the Armenian people and even sadder they are
not
remembered anymore than they are. I know that since I have been with my
girlfriend I have been talking to people about it. Like me, they know
little
or nothing about it. I am glad to be able to find these facts on the
internet.
Thank you,
Paul
CAtamian@aol.com
Friday, June 12, 1998 11:07 AM
Hi...: Kurt Vonnegut and Carol Burnett!!! [Raffi's Note: Vonnegut is NOT Armenian. Burnet I have never heard a thing about and would need proof to add to the list]
Also in France, Alain Manoukian (the Ralph Lauren of France), Alain MIkli
(most famous eyeglass maker in world), Sylvie VArtan (famous singer), Balladur
(disputed but basically he's Armenian--prime minister!), the guy who won CAnne
sthis year, not Atom Egoyan, his name is something like meguerdichian...
Also, with all due repect Alek Keshshian is a second string director that
NOBODY respects or talks about, put him in honorable mention if you have to,
its embarrassing as an Armenian (With Honors gotpanned and lost 20 million!)
Vartan Grgorian is HUGE, head of CArnegie Foundation and NYPL and Brown, i
mean come on here! :)
please email me back with comments! good luck
chris atamian
CAtamian@aol.com
Friday, June 12, 1998 11:11 AM
Raffi-
another name is
Ara Güler he is the most famous photographer in Turkish history and was just
profile din teh NEw York Times...he is Armenian 100%
Sinan the great=greatest Ottoman architect was also 100% armenian--he built
the hagia Sofia and Topkapi Palace in Constantinople...lets add all tehse
names!
chris atamian
Yuri Danoyan
Sunday, June 14, 1998 9:16 AM
additinal page
MICHEL M. TER- PETROSSIAN AN INTERNATIONALLY KNOWN PIONEER IN THE
USE OF CICLOTRON-PRODUCED RADIONUNUCLEIDES IN BIOMEDICAL
RESEARCH.Father of PET.
SEE PHYSICS TODAY, NOVEMBER 1996,PP. 100.
David Shakhnazaryan
Sunday, June 14, 1998 9:21 AM
Hall of Fame
Barev Raffi. Great job on your website, keep up the good work.
I just wanted to let you know, in addition to Youri Djorkaeff, there is another Armenian player on the French national soccer team. His name is Alain Boghossian and you can find more info about him at: http://www.france98.com/english/individuals/player170532.htm
Sincerely,
David.
Arthur Manukyan
Saturday, June 20, 1998 9:01 PM
Dear Raffi here are two more great Armenians who are titans in hollywood.
Mardik Martin- famous writer, cowriter "Raging Bull" he is Martin Scorsese's primary writer and wrote may films for him. He now teaches at USC Film School.
The other famous Armenian is Hayk Manoukian (not sure on the spelling) . He was Martin Scorsese's teacher in NYU film school, and Scorsese dedicated his frist film to Hayk Manukian, his teacher.
Hank Azaria also another famous Armenian Actor, "Bird Cage" Godzilla" ...
ARA PIERRE KEUSSEYAN
Thursday, July 09, 1998 4:23 AM
Armenian hall of fame
Dear editor,
I think a lot of additional famous Armenians merit to be present in your list. Names that come to mind are:
Henri Verneuil (Achod Malakian) - Director, France Georges Garvarentz - Composer, France
And many others...
Thank you for a very informative site.
Kind regards.
Ara Pierre KEUSSEYAN
Gagik Ismaily
Thursday, July 09, 1998 12:57 PM
hello
just an other name for your list,if you are interested,as i think armenian
artists are not that many.
Gagik Ismailian,dancer choreographer,who has allready created many works
for the Ballet Gulbenkian and also internationaly in other contemporery
ballet companies.
Ara Pierre Keusseyan
Friday, July 10, 1998 12:18 AM
Additions to the Armenian hall of fame
Dear Raffi,
I already have sent you an e-mail regarding a couple of persons on this list. However, I would like to see you wonderful site up dated... Famous armenians, I could think of, that are not figuring on your list are:
Henri Verneuil - (Achod Malakian) - French film director. He has written the autobiographical book named Mayrig. Which also was made into a movie. A must in every armenian's video library... In my opinion through the story of one single family and in the short time frame of a movie it depicts the Armenian nation's plight and suffering during and after the 1915 massacres very skillfully. Henri has also directed the french movie "Le casse" with Jean-Paul Belmondo as the headliner... His name in the movie was Azad...
Georges Garvarentz - French music composer - He has written most of Charles Aznavour's music. He also, was married to Aznavour's sister.
Paul Garmirian - Famous cigar maker USA.
Alice Sapritch - French Actress
Will e-mail you back as and when I could think of some additional people.
Regards.
Ara Pierre KEUSSEYAN
Jon Olsavsky
Saturday, September 05, 1998 3:07 PM
armenian hall of fame
Raffi:
There is a very well known hardcore band called 
. Integrity has been around since some time in the '80s, and the lead singer Dwid is a VERY outspoken armenian. He/they have done a lot of work to inform the hardcore/metal communties about the atrocities committed unto the armenian people. Im sure hed be very interested in working with you and your page. Integrity is signed to victory records (victoryrecords.com) and i think you should check him out. He is a true contributor to the armenian struggle.
sincerely,
Jon Olsavsky
Sebouh Tashjian
Monday, September 14, 1998 12:25 AM
Henri Verneil
Dear Mr. Kojian,
I read the names that were suggested and not included in the
list of Hall of Fame. I thought I might add more details about
Henri Verneuil.
1-Henri Verneuil: French Armenian producer/director. His latest movie
called "Mairig". Roles played by, Omar Sharif and Claudia Cardinale.
Received the Ceasar Prize also called French Oscar, in Paris.
His real name Ashot Malakian.
Best regards,
Sebouh Tashjian
Sydney Australia
Sebouh Tashjian
Monday, September 14, 1998 12:30 AM
Benon Sevan
Dear Mr. Kojian, Please add the following name on to the list of Hall of Fame.
Mr. Benon Sevan: Has been recently appointed Undersecretary of the United Nations in New York.
Thanks and best regards,
Sebouh Tashjian
Sydney Australia
Tamar
Saturday, October 10, 1998 3:54 AM
Karnig Sarkissian...
Comments: Great Page!!! i actually wanted to add a couple of suggestions:
1) Karnig Sarkissian...greatest Armenian singer!!! Karnig is one of the most talented singers of all time, his music is beautiful and his words are very meaningful.
2) i would also like to suggest all the Political Heros that have fought for our country, they should all be recognized and be added to the list.
3) and SYSTEM OF A DOWN...the band that will be taking the Armenians to the top in the music world, and to correct one of the other posts, John Dolmayan would be the drummer not the bassist of System of a Down.
Thank you!!! this site is badass.
caterina sgro
Sunday, October 11, 1998 8:03 AM
Levon Ichkhanian
URL: http://www.ours.com/levon
Dear Mr. Kojian,
Congratulations on your great site. Please consider adding our artist Levon Ichkhanian to the hall of fame section. Levon is an award winning jazz guitarist/composer/producer, the most esteemed artist to emerge on the Canadian music scene. Following a family tradition of musicians (professor Joseph Ichkhanian, pianist Edouard Ichkhanian). His composing ablities have been featured on soundtracks and many recordings including Atom Egoyan's "Looking for nothing", he has toured all over North America and Europe and as far as Brasil. Levon has released "after hours" which features him with Grammy winner Paquito D'Rivera and master bassist John Patitucci, "after hours" has reached #1 and top 10 on the H.M.V. indie and jazz charts.
Sincerely,
Caterina Sgro
Managing Director
Paul Giragosian
Sunday, October 11, 1998 9:02 AM
Lauren Bacall
Actress Lauren Bacall. Wife of Humphrey Bogart. I believe her real name is: Bacallian.
Grant Organ
Wednesday, October 14, 1998 9:49 PM
System Of A Down
URL: http://www.systemofadown.com
I really think you should include this Armenian band, they have raised awareness of the armenian genocide and more. Their song P.L.U.C.K. (politically lying unholy cowardly killers) is about the genocide. They have recently boycotted playing Turkey because :-"Our boycotting the show is a direct protest of the arrogant denials and dis-information carried out by the Turkish government regarding the Armenian Genocide of 1915 against the people of Armenian descent. Turkey is also one of the major offenders of human rights as outlined by Amnesty International. Despite all of this, they remain a close ally of the United States. We invite others to increase their awareness of this past injustice."
System of a Down have been cited for their provocative and insightful lyrics. "PLUCK," one of the tracks on their self-titled debut album actually stands for "Politically, Lying, Unholy, Cowardly Killers." Lead vocalist, Serj Tankian explains, "'Pluck' is a revolutionary song having to do with the Armenian genocide, the injustice."
I also run a System Of A Down page, based in Australia located at http://www.tac.com.au/~granto/system.html
C'mon if you have someone who is 1/64th Armenian, why not have a great Armenian band too?
Wood K A1C 314 CS/SCBN
Thursday, October 15, 1998 1:09 PM
System Of A Down
I just came across your webpage and I noticed that you considered putting up the band System Of A Down, but decided against it. Now, if I may...I would like for you to reconsider. Whereas, this band has not done as much as some Armenians, they are opening up peoples minds and hearts about Armenia and a lot of historical events that have taken place. Most of which, people would never have known. This band is very positive and very intelligent and I believe they have a lot to say. I also believe that they would be very proud to be on your page and could contribute a great deal. This is what they had to say about it:
"Hey Ken, checked out the site, couldn't find us on there, although we loved the site. Let us know what section we're in if we're on it?"
Thanks
SYSTEM
Give them a shot, they deserve it. If you'd like to know more or get in contact with them, let me know.
Thanks for your time,
Ken
Joanne Sarver
Friday, October 16, 1998 6:18 AM
California Armenians
Thanks, Raffi, for your excellent web site. It's a great resource for Armenians and anyone researching Armenian-related topics. The Hall of Fame and the related suggestions page are facinating.
Please consider adding the following three Armenians to your Hall of Fame.
Marvin R. Baxter (family changed name from Bagdasarian)
California Supreme Court Associate Justice
http://www.courtinfo.ca.gov/courts/supreme/justices/baxter.htm
Charles S. Poochigian
Assemblyman, 29th District, California State Legislature
http://republican.assembly.ca.gov/members/29/profie.html
Howard Kaloogian
Assemblyman, 74th District, California State Legislature
http://ps.ucdavis.edu/classes/104-97/AUS/AM74.html
Keep up the great work, Raffi.
Regards,
Joanne Sarver
Hovaness Apkari Adamian
Inventor
Color Television
[Note from Raffi: this one I am not sure of at all]
Every Armenian Olympic Medalist ever is on the Armenian Sports Page
  
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